Vulnerability Description
The Authors List plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.6.1 via the via arbitrary method call from Authors_List_Shortcode class. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to call methods such as get_meta to extract sensitive user data including password hashes, email addresses, usernames, and activation keys via specially crafted shortcode attributes
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/authors-list/tags/2.0.6.1/includes/cl
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/authors-list/tags/2.0.6.1/includes/cl
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/authors-list/tags/2.0.6.2/includes/cl
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5189c1c0-2d4c-47f5-b8d
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12010?
CVE-2025-12010 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The Authors List plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.6.1 via the via arbitrary method call from Authors_List_Shortcode class....
How severe is CVE-2025-12010?
CVE-2025-12010 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-12010?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.